After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Creswell, La Pine was happy to have turned things around on Tuesday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 3-2 victory over the Pleasant Hill Billies. The win continues a trend for the Hawks in their matchups with the Billies: they've now won seven in a row.
Gunnar Young
| 05/12/26 vs Pleasant Hill | 1 |
| 05/08/26 vs Creswell | 1 |
| 05/05/26 @ Elmira | 0 |
| 05/01/26 @ Sisters | 1 |
| 04/28/26 @ Harrisburg | 1 |
| + 3 more games |
Gunnar Young was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He struck out seven batters over 6.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off six hits (and only one walk). He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
In other batting news, Dayton Wilkinson was excellent, going 1-for-2 with two stolen bases and two runs. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played. David Taylor was another key player, going 1-for-2 with one run and one double.
La Pine hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Pleasant Hill struck out seven times.
La Pine now has a winning record of 11-10-1. As for Pleasant Hill, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-11 record this season.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. La Pine will face off against rival Harrisburg at 3:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Pleasant Hill is set to challenge their familiar foe Sisters at 2:00 p.m. on Friday.
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